April 17 - Anicet is the 11th pope, who sat from 155 to 166. He was born in Emesa in Syria and suffered martyrdom under Marcus Aurelius. Anicet is particularly venerated in Quebec (Canada).
The Holy Spirit not only gives life, but also leads people towards their ultimate goal, the Kingdom of God. This Kingdom was initiated by God in gathering his people together on earth; a kingdom that will later extend to the end of time; which is the catholicity of the Church... Catechesis on the Church, light of the world with P. Randriamiarantsoa Germain Thierry.
The development of each individual depends on his or her willingness to receive the education provided. The word ‘obey’ can also be understood as ‘apparent’ acceptance with love. Children's obedience to their parents can be seen in their actions and words. Why children don't obey their parents: a comparison of yesterday's and today's lifestyles... Programme ‘Promotion féminine’ broadcast on Radio Don Bosco.
16 April - Benoît-Joseph Labre, born on 26 March 1748 in Amettes (Pas-de-Calais), which belonged to the diocese of Boulogne-sur-Mer (France) and died on 16 April 1783 in Rome, was a French mendicant pilgrim who travelled the roads of Europe.
“Let your love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good” (Romans 12:9). Message from the Episcopal Conference of Madagascar to the Catholic faithful, to the leaders and officials of the nation, to young Malagasy people without distinction, to all our compatriots, and to all people of good will.
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Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.
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The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.
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